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It’s All in the Timing … Right?!
It’s All in the Timing … Right?!By Mark Sprague, Independence Title’s Director of Information Capital When should I buy? You should have bought 5 years ago! Five years from now, you should have bought 10 years ago. […]
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Texas SB 140:What Agents Need to Know Before September 1, 2025
Texas SB 140:What Agents Need to Know Before September 1, 2025By Roland Love, Independence Title Vice President and Attorney & Becky Gervers, Technology Trainer On September 1, 2025, a new law takes effect in Texas that every licensed real estate […]
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Where are We Headed, and What is “Normal”?
Where are We Headed, and What is “Normal”?by Mark Sprague, Independence Title’s Director of Information Capital The most common question I get is “When are we going to return to normal?” My response to you is: “What is […]
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The Return of FinCEN: “Real Estate Report” Required After December 1, 2025
The Return of FinCEN: “Real Estate Report” Required After December 1, 2025By Roland Love, Independence Title Vice President and Attorney So who is FinCEN? (Hint: it’s not a fish committing a moral lapse). What is even happening? Why would “they” do […]
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Preserve & Protect Your Homestead Exemption: What Homeowners Need to Know
Preserve & Protect Your Homestead Exemption: What Homeowners Need to KnowEnsure your Texas homestead exemption is up-to-date to reduce property taxes. Learn how to qualify and keep tabs on your status for maximum savings now.
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Changes in Economic Policy
Changes in Economic PolicyDiscover how rising tariffs impact housing costs, labor, and building materials. Explore strategies for homebuilders and real estate investors.
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CTA’s Wild December Ride
CTA’s Wild December RideBy Roland Love, Independence Title Vice President and Attorney Hold on tight … for now, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is again on hold. The U.S. Court of Appeals […]
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What is FinCEN and Why Does the Title Company Care About It?
What is FinCEN and Why Does the Title Company Care About It?By Karen Burnett, Senior Vice President, Escrow Manager FinCEN is part of the US Department of the Treasury that was created to help identify how some cash funds were being […]
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How Does Your Title Company Protect You and Your Clients from Cyber Threats and Fraud? Independence Title Uses CertifID
How Does Your Title Company Protect You and Your Clients from Cyber Threats and Fraud? Independence Title Uses CertifIDBy Kara McGregor, Independence Title’s Sr. VP of Branding and Public Relations Real Estate transactions are a rich target for fraudsters and cyber criminals, with valuable assets and staggering amounts […]
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The Changing Real Estate Market: What You Need to Know
The Changing Real Estate Market: What You Need to Knowby Mark Sprague, Independence Title’s Director of Information Capital The real estate market is changing. For the last 10+ years, lending rates have been artificially low. That, in turn, with […]